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Alyssa Jesse Therapy

hey there! we offer psychotherapy and coaching services in huntington woods, mi.

we're all about authenticity, connection, and making sure therapy is what you want it to be.

12/19/2025

Anyone else ready for 2026 👀👀

See you in the new year, pals! Stay safe (and mentally well) out there! 🤍✨

12/14/2025

Feeling extra grateful this season 🤍 Growing this practice has been one of the most meaningful parts of my work, and it’s because of the therapists I work with. Each of them brings such care, thoughtfulness, and integrity to what they do, and it shows in the way they show up for their clients and for one another.

I also feel deep gratitude for the colleagues outside of our practice who trust us, collaborate with us, and refer clients our way. The decision to refer someone is never casual, and we don’t take lightly the trust it reflects. Knowing that other providers feel confident sending people to us - to be held, supported, and cared for - means more than words can convey.

This work isn’t always easy. It asks a lot of us - emotionally, mentally, and sometimes physically. But, doing it alongside such a dedicated team, and within such a supportive professional community, makes it feel not only possible but purposeful. As we head into the holidays, I want to express my gratitude for the heart, care, and trust that surround this practice. I’m incredibly grateful for all who are part of it. 🤍🎄

(Not pictured but so grateful for: Sierra, Joe, Taylor, and Anu) ✨

12/05/2025

Ever feel on a bad body image day you’ve wanted to crawl out of your own skin? Because, same! Interoceptive confusion happens when your body sends sensations (tightness, heaviness, buzzing, warmth) and your brain mislabels them as body-image problems. These sensations rarely reflect how your body looks - they’re usually signs of stress or emotional activation.

Common sensations & what they may actually mean:
• Heaviness in stomach → anxiety, sadness, slowed digestion
• Tight chest → worry, panic, holding your breath
• Buzzing/jittery → adrenaline, overstimulation
• Warmth/flushing → embarrassment, anxiety, hormones
• Heavy limbs → fatigue, low mood, shutdown

Why somatic skills actually work:
Somatic tools change how your nervous system is functioning.
• Orienting helps your brain reorient to the present and signals “I’m safe.”
• Grounding sends sensory input that pulls you out of overwhelm and back into your body.
• Naming sensations helps your brain map the feeling accurately instead of defaulting to “my body is the problem.”
• Movement + shaking discharge excess adrenaline so the intensity drops.
These skills calm the system, which decreases the urge to interpret sensations as body flaws.

Somatic skills to try:
• Name the sensation, not the story (“My stomach feels tight” vs. “I feel gross”)
• Orient to your environment (look around and let your eyes land on something grounding)
• Ground through your senses (feet on the floor, feel the chair, hold something warm/cool)
• Release activation (shake your hands, bounce your knees, stretch, walk)

When your nervous system settles, the sensations settle - and the body image thoughts lose their power.

Share your thoughts below! ✨

11/26/2025

Holidays can hold so many mixed emotions. While Thanksgiving is often painted as a day of joy and gratitude, it can also bring up grief, stress, financial strain, loneliness, and complicated family dynamics.

If this season feels heavy for you, you’re not alone - and nothing about your experience is wrong. You deserve gentleness, support, and space to honor whatever is coming up.

Sending love to anyone grieving an empty seat at the table, navigating distance from family, healing from a hard year, or simply trying to make it through the day. Your feelings matter, and you are worthy of care today and every day.

If this resonates, take a deep breath and remind yourself: you, your voice, and your story is important. Sending love ❤️‍🩹

11/20/2025

Thanksgiving can feel overwhelming when you’re navigating an eating disorder, and you deserve support, gentleness, and a plan that prioritizes you.

Here are a few grounding tips to help you move through the day with more ease:

✨ Wear comfortable, sensory-friendly clothing
Choose outfits that don’t heighten sensory triggers. Soft, loose layers can help reduce body awareness and make it easier to stay present instead of distracted by discomfort.

✨ Challenge intrusive thoughts with compassion
If unhelpful thoughts come up, try meeting them with curiosity instead of judgment.
“I’m noticing this thought… I don’t have to follow it.”

✨ Prepare phrases to redirect diet talk
Holiday gatherings often bring comments about food and bodies. Having phrases ready can help you stay grounded:
• “I’m focusing on enjoying the day, not the calories.”
• “I’d love to talk about something else.”
• “I’m choosing what feels best for me right now.”

✨ Take breaks when you need them
Stepping away is a strength, not a setback. Go for a quick walk, take a few breaths in a quiet room, or text someone in your support system. Regulation comes in small moments.

You deserve a Thanksgiving rooted in safety, self-trust, and nourishment — whatever that looks like for you. 🤍

11/18/2025

Thanksgiving with a child in recovery can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone.

A few ways to support them on Thanksgiving:
💛 Communicate expectations ahead of time
🍽️ Serve portions similar to your own
📝 Make a coping plan together
🤝 Validate their feelings
⏰ Stick to their normal meal + snack schedule

Thanksgiving is about connection and gratitude, a meal is just a part of it! Enjoy your holiday and trust you’ve got this 🤍

11/06/2025

Ever notice how some things trigger you more than they ‘should’? 🤔

Sometimes it’s not about what’s happening now - it’s your old experiences showing up in new ways.

Your childhood shapes patterns in how you react, communicate, and handle stress - but awareness is key.

Psychodynamic therapy helps you spot these patterns so you can respond from choice, not origin.

10/23/2025

absolutely loved having such genuine and meaningful connections tonight!! thanks to everyone who came out on this wednesday evening to spend some time with us ✨🤍

PS - we made some extra candles! if you see one in the office.. take one, it was made by your therapist with love 👯‍♀️😛

10/20/2025

Fall is here, and so is our favorite event of the year! 🍂 Colleagues and friends - come hang out with us this Wednesday (6–8 PM) for snacks, community, and a little hands-on fun at our DIY candle-making stations 🤍✨ it’s a perfect time to check out our space and make new connections!

DM to RSVP or on our website under “events”!

10/14/2025

Finally, a group of therapists who get you. 💛
Starting therapy is tough — we’ve been there. At Alyssa Jesse Therapy Group, we lead with warmth, connection, and care. You won’t just get paired with any therapist — you’ll connect with the one who truly fits you.

And if that isn’t one of us? We’ll help you find the right fit outside our practice — because the connection matters more than the location.

Eating disorders | Trauma | Anxiety | Grief | LGBTQ+ | Borderline | Addictions | Depression | Neuro-affirming care

💬 Evening & weekend appointments available
💙 Accepting Blue Cross Blue Shield

10/09/2025

Come join us for a free presentation on Tuesday evening!

09/22/2025

✨ Weekend & Evening Availability ✨
Looking for therapy outside of the 9-5? Our team has openings to support you where you’re at!

🌿 Emma – Addiction, Mood Disorders, Personality Disorders, Trauma & PTSD
🌿 Joe – Mood Disorders, ADHD, LGBTQ+ Affirming Care (focus on gay men)
🌿 Anu – Eating Disorders, Grief/Loss, Anxiety, Couples Therapy

📅 Updated as of 9.22

Reach out today to schedule your session 🤍

www.alyssajessetherapy.com

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26657 Woodward Avenue
Huntington Woods, MI

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http://www.alyssajessetherapy.com/

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